April 15, 2025

Impossible Metals seeks mining lease near American Samoa

The California-based company said it has developed a robotic device with a large claw that uses artificial intelligence to distinguish between nodules and aquatic life.

April 14, 2025

Study confirms drop-in electrode technology enables 10 minute EV charging at -10°C

US company said its platform can provide the charge even at low temperatures—without compromising safety, cycle life, or compatibility with existing manufacturing processes.

April 14, 2025

Deadly landslide in Indonesia’s nickel hub signals supply risk

At least two workers were killed after an accident at the Morowali Industrial Park on Sulawesi island.

April 11, 2025

Manganese X poised to begin pre-feasibility study at Battery Hill

The new results include assays from 12 drill holes that confirmed strong mineralization in several key areas.

April 10, 2025

Sayona-Piedmont merger forms Elevra Lithium with equal board representation

The merger is expected to be completed in mid-2025.

April 9, 2025

Liontown kicks off production at Australia’s first underground lithium mine

Miner said the successful start of underground production stoping from the Mt Mann orebody is a "key milestone".

April 9, 2025

Op-Ed: Why pause in US anti-corruption enforcement will hurt mining firms, not help them

In the race for critical minerals, bribery is not a guaranteed foot on the accelerator.

April 9, 2025

Hike in Indonesia mining royalties to take effect soon, minister says

The government proposed levying royalties ranging between 14% and 19% for nickel ore.

April 8, 2025

Argentina aims to boost lithium production by 75% in 2025, sees no risk from trade war

The boost in production is expected to mostly come from new operations in Salta and expansions in Catamarca and Jujuy, the northern provinces.

April 8, 2025

CMOC boosts cobalt output at Congo mines despite export ban

CMOC's cobalt production rose almost 21% in the three months to March.